The tunnel serves as an alternative route for vessels in order to avoid turbulent waters stemming from the frequent inclement weather hitting the region.
Norway wants to be the king in all things related to Vikings, and this time, the country would want to open the largest theme park in the country, so that they can be finally called as the "Viking capital of the world." Called as Thor's Rike (Thor's Kingdom) in western Norway, it is currently in the works and wouldn't open until 2019 or 2020.
Norway may be pricey European destination, but you get more than what you pay for.
With gourmet street food sold in food trucks, decent living spaces in affordable camping grounds and a special $50 pass to almost all of Norway's tourist traps, one can enjoy Norway on the cheap!